Production Planner

Reporting to the Customer Services Team Leader, the successful applicant will be responsible for the following: (amongst other duties) § Issue weekly production schedules for production requirements § Ensuring there is sufficient finished goods stock to fulfill orders, and reorder levels are maintained § Manage Slow and Dead stock levels within parameters § Coordinate intercompany sales and purchasing § Advising raw materials of any exceptions that may be necessary for new products or changes of products § Liaise with Stores & Distribution regarding service efficiencies § Place orders with direct suppliers and manage stock levels accordingly § Advising on any machine (capacity) requirements for future § Long term planning of production capacity in plant § Assisting with utilization budget process In order to be considered for this position, applicants must comply with the following: COMPETENCIES § Degree (supply chain or related) § Strong Excel and Microsoft office § SAP experience advantageous § Mathematics in matric § Planning or buying experience in manufacturing or retail advantageous § 3 5 years manufacturing admin experience/exposure essential CHARACTERISTICS § Analytical and logical thinker § Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact across organization § Resilient (not overly sensitive) & tenacious § Ability to make tough decisions § Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure § Passionate about customers and the company